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IODINE
We have all heard about iodine before, whether we are familiar with the periodic table, or not. Iodine is the highest of all elements used in biological systems. It is an anti-fungal, an anti-viral, and its antibiotic effects go well beyond traditional antibiotics because it will kill viruses.
BIO-INDIVIDUALITY
My journey all starts with Copper Toxicity. So, if you have researched the abundance of bio-unavailable copper in the body, then you may know a little, or a lot, about Copper Toxicity. The build up of copper causes a cascade of events in the body, including adrenal insufficiency, iron anemia….
AMINO ACIDS
An essential amino acid cannot be synthesized newly by the organism at a rate equal to its demand. This means that the required amino acids must come from the proper diet, which gives the body its necessary nutrients.
A DOG’S JOURNEY THROUGH HTMA
Hey there, I am Lisa Pitel-Killah, TC is my Chihuahua and was born January 26, 1999. But a little over a year ago, he started to suffer from bloody diarrhea, so severe that we ended up at the Vet every 3-4 weeks for more antibiotics, fluid injections and probiotics.
SUPERHUMAN PERFORMANCE
Your cognitive and physical abilities can be maximized and optimized. Comparative relationships (ratios) in essential mineral levels determine how well your cells function. Cognitive and physical performance impacts cell function. The greatest wasted resource is human potential.
WHEY UNDERRATED…..
WHEY UNDERRATED Athletes and sports enthusiasts are no strangers to whey protein, but the health benefits of whey protein go way beyond body builders and gym rats. Protein is an
ARE YOU OVERSTRESSED?
Adaptogens for Adrenal Support Adaptogens help support the body’s natural ability to deal with stress. Adaptogens are a select group of herbs and some mushrooms. They are called adaptogens because
CREATINE – WHAT ARE YOU MISSING?
Why Creatine is Essential for Building Muscle and Staying Lean The first time I heard about creatine was in the high school weight room. I was generally the only girl
Eating – The Mind and Body Connection
Healthy Eating Supports the body and the mind – spirit connection Our brain is a true powerhouse of billions of neurons. These neurons are constantly firing electrical signals back and forth, telling
Kelp
What is Kelp? Kelp is a large type of seaweed that bursts with essential nutrients. Marine vegetation concentrates iodine and is noted for its antimicrobial and antioxidant properties. So if
Jenn Pike on Women’s Hormones – Phase 4
~~By Jenn Pike, Women’s Hormone Expert Phase #4: The Menstrual Phase Luteinizing hormone (LH), Progesterone and Estrogen levels drop off to their lowest point of the month, signalling the uterine
Jenn Pike on Women’s Hormones – Phase 3
~~By Jenn Pike, Women’s Hormone Expert Phase #3: Luteal Phase This is the longest phase in your cycle typically lasting 10-14 days. During this time the corpus luteum leftover from
Jenn Pike on Women’s Hormones – Phase 2
~~By Jenn Pike, Women’s Hormone Expert Phase #2: Ovulation Ovulation is the shortest phase in your monthly cycle, typically 2-4 days long. This is when the dominant follicle bursts open
Jenn Pike on Women’s Hormones – Phase 1
~~By Jenn Pike, Women’s Hormone Expert Phase #1: The Follicular Phase The follicular phase is like a bridge between menstruation and ovulation. It begins after your period and goes until
Functional Fitness
~~By Taylor Stewart, Functional Fitness Coach What is functional fitness? The easiest way to describe Functional Fitness would be an all-encompassing way to exercise that will prepare the body for
Urban Farming, the way of the future
~~By Becky Black, Tower Gardens When I was a little girl, I was very fortunate to have grown up on a dairy farm in Southern Ontario. We had over
Mental Grit Required
Have you ever wondered how far you can push yourself? Ever wondered how people can consistently achieve amazing things? Mental stamina is more important than we think; we train
How to Prevent Injury
Preventing injury is one key to unlock consistent performance. Athletes of all kinds, whether professional, amateur or weekend warriors all need to be thinking about recovery and injury prevention. The
Kettlebell Fitness
Kettlebells Change Performance. Kettlebells are an amazing fitness tool that goes back in history almost 350 years; it appeared in the Russian dictionary dating back to 1704. The Russian giyra
Heart Healthy Magnesium
Magnesium is involved in over 600 enzymatic process in the body!! It is necessary in maintaining the health of muscles, which includes the heart, and the transmission of electrical signals
Copper Toxic Society
What is Copper Toxicity? What is Copper Toxicity? Copper is an essential mineral and necessary for many functions within the body, however, despite being a completely natural mineral the body
Do you know if Xenoestrogens are harming you?!
Hormones are chemicals that are produced by glands in the endocrine system. They travel through the bloodstream to the tissues and organs, delivering messages that tell the organs what to
How to Stop Travel from Wreaking Havoc on your Body
We all have our amazing at home routines, but what happens when you have to travel for work. Some of us travel short distances, some long and many often. So
My World Championship Journey
The Beginning The start of my journey to competing at the World Championships was not all that long ago, although it seems like a lifetime. My very first kettlebell competition
Copper Toxic Society
What is Copper Toxicity? What is Copper Toxicity? Copper is an essential mineral and necessary for many functions within the body, however, despite being a completely natural mineral the body requires, it can be very unhealthy and detrimental at substantial levels. Rick Fischer is one of the leading experts on
Do you know if Xenoestrogens are harming you?!
Hormones are chemicals that are produced by glands in the endocrine system. They travel through the bloodstream to the tissues and organs, delivering messages that tell the organs what to do and when to do it. Hormones are important for regulating most major bodily processes, so a hormonal imbalance can
How to Stop Travel from Wreaking Havoc on your Body
We all have our amazing at home routines, but what happens when you have to travel for work. Some of us travel short distances, some long and many often. So what are some amazing things you can do to make sure you’re still performing at the top of your game,
My World Championship Journey
The Beginning The start of my journey to competing at the World Championships was not all that long ago, although it seems like a lifetime. My very first kettlebell competition was in Toronto at the Agatsu meet in April of 2015, I remember it vividly because I had lofty goals,
